Heather G. (flyheatherfly) reviewed on 5/11/2013 + 20 more book reviews

This is an incredible look into life in North Korea. It is based on extensive interviews with several who have fled the country. Many of those were 'privileged' at some point in their life while living in the North. The description of how the country was divided, how towns and even apartments have those who watch over the behavior of others was amazing. I had never known that the capital was not merely a city - but a place you could live ONLY if you were part of the favored- a sort of reward.

The author does not denigrate communism as such, I did not read this as a political bashing book but more of an insight into the unique communism /inherited leadership. The behavior forced on the people by the Kim's in incredible. WELL worth a read.

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